I have to admit that I thought that this was going to be a book about Queer Fairytales. I was presently mistaken.
I very much enjoyed the history of the fairytale creatures and their stories and how they represent the queer community,
I will definitely be grabbing a hard copy of this once it comes out as it will be a fun addition to my library .

A triumphant examination of folklore and how queer our backstories are. It is easy to read with witty writing that feels like an old friend telling stories.

First of all, I love the title. This book dives into the ways in which queer people identify with and may feel represented by creatures from folklores and myth - folklore being stories of the common people. It’s broken down in sections by creature: mermaids, unicorns, werewolves/shapeshifters, vampires, etc. The book does a good job of talking about the history of these creatures in various parts of the world and how the creatures morphed into what we think of them as today. The argument that there is queer representation in these creatures is usually based on the idea of the creatures being “other.” Connections were also made in the gender bending or duality of some creatures and how nonbinary or trans people may resonate with these mythical creatures. I enjoyed reading about the origins and history of the creatures across time and place, but I did think some of the connections to queer people and queer identity could’ve been flushed out a bit more. Some sections were stronger than others. I enjoyed the images and artwork shown, especially in relation to historical “records” of the creatures. Overall, 4.25, would recommend to someone interested in queer representation or folklore in general.

"Queer as Folklore" is a nonfiction examination of the role of fairy tales, mythological legends, and other folklore mainstays has on queer subculture; it's alternately snappy and academic, with as many dense explanations as references to modern queer pop culture like RuPaul's Drag Race. I very much enjoyed this book; it absolutely was well-researched without being dull. I recommend it to anyone with an interest in oral history, forgotten history, and deliberately-surpressed history.

This was an immensely enjoyable work! The language is both inviting and accessible. Coward presents frames these myths in interesting ways, drawing parallels with modern culture. I couldn't put this down and it really tickled the queer child in my heart.

Throughly enjoyed the history alongside the parallels to modern culture presented in this book. I especially enjoyed the variety of folklore that was included. Well done!

An interesting premise and a very wide ranging read. From Ancient Greeks, mythology to David Bowie and Roald Dahl. The premise and links didn’t quite grab my attention. Not quite my cup of tea. Thank you to #netgalley and the publisher for an ARC.

This book is a history of folklore, myths, and legends from around the globe. This compilation of stories from the past and modern day, feature queer and subversive attributes. Folklore is the story of the common people. It can contain aspirations, fears, cautionary tales, and more. They can be influenced by politics, colonialism, and religion.

I enjoyed this book and learned quite a bit about common myths and monsters. The author doesn’t flinch away at any unsavory past. This book shows that queer people have always existed, and the history is vast and fascinating!

I recommend this read. I would love a coffee table version of this book with even more illustrations, because I found it so fascinating.

Thank you to Unbound and Net Galley for the ARC

As a Fan of Folklore, I enjoyed this easy to digest book that explores the myths and legends of the past and how they positively impact the LGBTQA+ community.

This was good. It was a bit long winded and I feel like some of the connections were a bit of a reach, but the writing style is good and there is a good variety of creatures from folklore

"Queer as Folklore" by Sacha Coward is a whirlwind tour through the rainbow-lit corridors of queer history. From ancient myths to the glittering runways of RuPaul's Drag Race, Coward digs up the buried treasures of storytelling and magic. With a keen eye and a cheeky grin, each chapter unearths the hidden gems of queer characters, weaving a tapestry of resilience and rebellion. With papier-mâché unicorns and drag queens in mermaid tails leading the charge, this book isn't just a celebration – it's a riotous parade of queer identity and pride. Coward's lively exploration is a must-read for anyone ready to dive into the fabulous, untamed waters of queer folklore.

Absolutely loved learning about queer history in folklore. I didn’t know so much was removed, hiding queer characters. But I’m glad this book exists, I feel like having this knowledge has added a little extra charm in my life.

I thought this book was so much fun to read. I love reading about folklore and mythology, and reading about the queer aspects and characters from mythology and folklore was so much fun. It was a great and fun read. I found it so interesting just how much queer history and characteristics were taken out of folklore and mythology in many aspects because, as a queer person myself who loves this topic, I like to see it.